Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 10)
The primary purpose is to prescribe regulations controlling seniority among commissioned officers in the active elements of the Philippine military forces and to govern promotions of officers below the grade of colonel.
The President of the Philippines has the authority to approve the initial seniority list prepared by the Chief of Staff.
Seniority is established by the approved seniority list, considering the total length of service in grade except for losses due to court martial or other legally approved actions.
No, regular officers shall take precedence over reserve officers of like grade.
Promotions to grades above first lieutenant can be made only when the number of officers commissioned in that grade is less than that legally authorized by law.
They must complete two and five years commissioned service respectively, and demonstrate satisfactory qualifications; otherwise, their suitability will be considered by the Promotion Eligibility Board for possible discharge.
Vacancies are filled by promoting the senior officer in the next lower grade who is on the promotion eligible list; officers not on the list are passed over and may be separated or transferred to the Reserve Force.
Officers with less than ten years commissioned service receive a cash bonus of one month’s base and longevity pay per year served; those with ten or more years may choose either this bonus or retired pay at 1.5% of base and longevity pay multiplied by years of service.
The Board consists of five members, at least four from active Army officers not below colonel rank, and one may be a retired officer or civilian without government position; the President appoints the Board annually.
The Board considers professional efficiency, experience, accomplishments, attitude, ability, character, and general value to the government, excluding political, social, financial, or other non-military factors.
Yes, officers omitted from promotion eligibility lists can appeal in writing to the President, who makes the final decision.
No, once published, the promotion eligibility list remains unchanged during the calendar year.
No, neither the Chief of Staff nor the Deputy Chief of Staff may serve on the Board.
The officer is separated from the active list upon expiration of accrued leave and may request transfer to the Reserve Force at the same grade and branch.